Michael Ryan (chef)
Michael Ryan | |
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| Born | 1953 Cork, Ireland |
| Occupation(s) | Chef, hotel proprietor |
| Known for | Michelin star at Arbutus Lodge |
Michael Ryan (born 1953 in Cork) is a distinguished Irish chef and hotel proprietor, recognized for earning a Michelin star in Cork, Ireland. Between 1971 and 1999, he and his family managed the Michelin-starred establishment Arbutus Lodge.
Inspired by his elder brother Declan, Michael pursued culinary training overseas, gaining experience in France under the guidance of celebrated chefs Paul Bocuse in Lyon and the Troisgros family in Roanne. He later took on the roles of chef and head chef at Arbutus Lodge until it ceased operations in 1999.
In 1992, alongside his wife Catherine Ryan and business associate Canice Sharky (formerly affiliated with Ballymaloe), he launched Isaacs Restaurant. After Michael retired, his son Philip took over management of Isaacs in 2020.
Personal
Michael Ryan is the younger sibling of Declan Ryan, who transitioned from head chef to artisan baker.
Awards
- Michelin Star awarded to Arbutus Lodge: 1974–1983 & 1986–1987